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‘The best sandwich place in Leeds’ Rate My Takeaway star visits Things In Bread

"I can't stress to you enough how deliciously wonderful this bread is"

Sophie Smith Sophie Smith - 22nd November 2023

"Now THAT is a proper sandwich"

Danny Malin released another Leeds food review today, and its one that's been highly recommended for quite some time.

Things In Bread on Boar Lane has managed to keep foodies well fed since opening in January, and it hasn't been uncommon to see queues down the street once office lunch hour kicks in.

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Featuring on Rate My Takeaway, the menu was "like a dream come true" Malin announced as he ordered the Full Brekkie, Fish Finger and Ham Ploughman's sandwiches.

The takeaway star also confirmed he would be releasing his third charity single for Leeds Hospital Charity, giving a hint at some of the lyrics "Santa's from up North, bet he likes a Yorkshire..."

Starting with the Full Brekkie, Malin described the breakfast sandwich as "a homemade patty, nice crispy bacon, cheese, omllette, brown sauce - this could be what dreams are made of… oh my god", "the bacon, it's just how I like it, crispy bacon … oh yes!"

full brekkie sandwich.
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two sandwiches.

"this bread is absolutely gorgeous, thick doorstep wedge toasted ,buttered, full of flavour, and the bread has got a nice crunch to the edge and a sweetness."

"I can't stress to you enough how deliciously wonderful this bread is"

The Fish Finger received a similar positive response, "quality fish finger, beautiful taste to them they've got a bit of crisp, a bit of softness, seasoned with salt and pepper on the lettuce".

Danny was particularly impressed with the price of the meal deal "for city centre prices".

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Onto the cold sandwich option, the ploughman's: "oh my days look at this pickle, cheese, ham, tomato, lettuce, buttered up oh my days this is like a proper wedge … absolutely quality, I can't talk that is just a proper, proper sandwich. I was a bit worried with these being warm, but it's still nice and crispy on the edge."

The Rate My Takeaway YouTuber declared Things In Bread the "best sandwich place in Leeds, without a shadow of a doubt" giving the store a 10/10 score, noting he'd only come across sandwiches like this before in Paris.

Doesn't get better than that does it.

After the rave review for Things In Bread, Malin and the cameraman headed around the corner to Doh'hut, the original store serving sweet treats in Leeds before branching out to open TIB at the start of the year.

Opting for a Lemon Meringue and Sticky Toffee donuts with "what looks like a sticky toffee gravy that you dip in", the treats were described as "nice and soft, fresh, you can see them cooking inside" - and with the recommendation that passers by should make their own meal deal: get a sarnie, drink and crisps from Things In Bread and then wander around the corner to grab a donut for a £12 lunch that keeps you going.

We couldn't agree more Danny!

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Big name restaurant closes Leeds city centre site after seven years

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A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.

Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.

The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.

The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.

Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.

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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.

It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.

This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.

Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.

“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”

The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.

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Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first

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A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.

Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.

Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in. 

Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.

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It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.

Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.

The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.

While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.

Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.

The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.

If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.

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